1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Because 1959 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
Model | Opti | P4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |